What Is An Economizer In HVAC?

The economizer is an essential component of a building’s cooling system. It uses outdoor air to cool the building rather than relying on the air conditioning compressor. The economizer is an add-on feature to an HVAC air handler that takes in outdoor air and mixes it with the indoor air. (602) 233-3265 CONTACT US The…

What Are Dampers In HVAC?

HVAC dampers are small valves or plates that are responsible for regulating the airflow inside a home or building’s heating and cooling system. The dampers work by either opening or closing to varying degrees in order to control the airflow through different rooms and areas. Ultimately, HVAC dampers will make your areas more comfortable and…

AC Blowing Cold Air But House Still Hot

Your AC unit is pumping out cold air, but your house is still hot. Why is this happening? Let’s take a look at four of the most common reasons why your house remains hot while the AC is clearly working. (602) 233-3265 CONTACT US Potential AC Problems It is quite possible that this may be…

AC Unit Freezing Up In Summer

Freezing AC units during the summer is an all-too-common problem for homeowners today. Let’s look at why this issue occurs and what you can do to prevent this from happening. (602) 233-3265 CONTACT US Why Does My AC Freeze Up In The Summer? Hot weather puts stress on your AC system. If the evaporator coils…

Outside AC Unit Not Turning On But Inside Is

Split-system AC units cannot function properly without both the inside and outside systems working. This means if the outside unit fails but the inside one continues to run, you are still out of luck as a homeowner. Let’s go into detail on this issue and see what you can do to prevent the outside unit…

What Temperature To Set Air Conditioner When Away In Summer

Ideally, most homeowners should want to set their thermostat between 80-85 degrees while on a summer vacation. Turning your air conditioner off entirely can be bad for your home’s flooring, walls, and furniture. (602) 233-3265 CONTACT US What’s The Best Temperature To Set Air Conditioner When Away? It’s no secret that your to-do list can…

Who Pays For AC Maintenance Tenant Or Landlord?

Both the tenant and landlord are responsible for maintaining a comfortable living environment. Which party is responsible for AC maintenance and repairs, though? Let’s take a look at a few different scenarios. (602) 233-3265 CONTACT US Who Is Responsible For AC Maintenance And Repairs? The responsibility of AC unit maintenance and repairs will depend on…

HVAC Superheat 101

The number of degrees a vapor is above its boiling point at a specified pressure is known as superheat. Let’s take a look at why superheat is so important in the HVAC industry. (602) 233-3265 CONTACT US What Is Superheat In HVAC? Superheat is used to measure the amount of heat energy contained in the…

HVAC Static Pressure Guide

HVAC static pressure is airflow resistance in the ductwork, something that heating and cooling systems need to circulate air throughout a home. Let’s take a look at signs and causes of high static pressure. (602) 233-3265 CONTACT US What Is Static Pressure In HVAC? Why does static pressure mean so much to homeowners? For starters,…